Hamamelis Virginiana (witch hazel)
Hamamelis virginiana
An alternate remedy for reducing bleeding during nosebleeds; especially when nosebleeds are recurrent or have dark, oozing blood and a feeling of fullness or pressure in the nose. Helpful when the bleeding is slow to stop, and the nose feels bruised or sore after the episode.
Key indications
- Best for: Alternate remedy to reduce bleeding during nosebleed; especially in chronic, recurrent nosebleeds
- Slow-to-stop bleeding with a feeling of fullness in the nose
- Nose feels sore or bruised after the bleed
Warmth, pressure, exertion
Cold applications, rest, elevating the head
200C once every 15 minutes during active nosebleeds until bleeding stops. 200C once daily for up to several months to reduce tendency for recurrence.
Arnica Montana (leopard's bane)General guidance only. 200ck may be substituted for 200C potencies. Stop the remedy upon significant improvement. If no improvement after 2-3 doses in acute cases or after 4-6 weeks in chronic cases, try a different remedy. Consult a experienced practitioner if you feel you need additional help for serious or persistent symptoms.